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The Mexican Institute of Industrial Property extends suspension of activities.

Today, a Decree was published in the Federal Official Gazette (DOF, for its acronym in Spanish), indicating that the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property will extend the suspension of activities until April 30th, 2020, to resume activities on May 4th, 2020.

Furthermore, all deadlines and legal terms will also be extended until April 30th, 2020 and all the applications, briefs or petitions filed during the above-mentioned period will be considered as filed on May 4th, 2020.

The above, due to the preventive measures for the mitigation and control of the health risks caused by the COVID-19 virus, ordered by the Mexican Ministry of Health.

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The above is provided as general information prepared by professionals with regard to the subject matter. This document only refers to the applicable law in Mexico. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, no responsibility can be accepted for errors or omissions. The information contained herein should not be relied on as legal, accounting or professional advice being rendered.